Description
What is Benadryl Liquid for Children
Benadryl Liquid for Children is a hay fever and allergy remedy that can be used in children aged 2 and up. It’s perfect for little ones who find that their allergies get worse during hay fever season, or react when they come into contact with pet fur or dust. This delicious banana flavoured formula is ideal for fussy kids who don’t like the flavour of other medicines, or for those who don’t like to take tablets.
Why your child has allergies
Your child has allergies because they’re sensitive common substances they can come into contact with during the day. For example, they may be allergic to pet fur, dust, or plant pollen, which causes hay fever. When they come into contact with one of these irritants, they’ll experience uncomfortable symptoms of an allergic reaction, with some of the most common symptoms including:
- Sneezing
- A blocked or runny nose
- Red, watery eyes
- Itchy eyes, ears, nose, or throat
- Coughs
- An itchy skin rash
How liquid Benadryl relieve my child’s hay fever or allergies
Every ml of Benadryl for Children contains 1mg of cetirizine, which is an antihistamine. Antihistamines are an allergy treatment which block the histamine released in your body during an allergic reaction. This prevents it from causing your child’s allergy symptoms, effectively tackling their cause to both relieve and prevent sneezing, itching, a runny nose, and more.
Can I give this to my child if they’re taking other medication
If your child is taking any other medication, including herbal remedies or medicines you bought for them without a prescription, you should speak to your doctor or our pharmacist before giving them Benadryl liquid. Some medications can interact when used together, causing unwanted symptoms or making your medication less effective. A medical professional will be able to make sure that their medicines are safe to take together.
Uses / Instructions
Children aged 2 – 6 years:
Give one 2.5ml spoonful in the morning and one in the evening
Children aged 6 – 12 years:
Give one 5ml spoonful in the morning and one in the evening
Adults and children over 12:
Give two 5ml spoonfuls once a day
Warnings
- Benadryl for children is not suitable for use in infants under the age of 2.
- Do not give this product to your child if they are allergic to cetirizine dihydrochloride, hydroxyzine, piperazine derivatives, or any of the other listed ingredients.
- This product is not suitable for children with serious kidney problems.
Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before giving this product to your child if they have:
- Liver or kidney problems
- Epilepsy or have a risk of fits or convulsions
- Difficulty peeing
- An intolerance to some sugars, as this product contains sorbitol
See patient information leaflet for more information.
Side Effects
Like all medications, Benadryl for children can have side effects, although not everyone will experience them. If your child experiences any of the following side effects after taking this medicine you should stop giving them this product and seek immediate medical assistance:
- Sudden onset of fever, reddening skin, lots of small pustules, which are potential symptoms of AGEP
- Sudden symptoms of a severe allergy, e.g. rash, itching, hives, shortness of breath, wheezing, difficulty breathing or swallowing, swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue, or throat
- Bruising or bleeding more easily than usual
- Fits or hallucinations
- Losing consciousness
- Confusion
- Abnormal liver function tests
- Rapid heartbeat
Other common side effects of this medication include:
- Headaches, dizziness
- Drowsiness, tiredness
- Restlessness
- Dry mouth, sore throat
- Upset stomach, abdominal (stomach) pain, diarrhoea, feeling sick
- Runny nose
- Agitation
- Unusual weakness
- Feeling generally uncomfortable or uneasy
- Pins and needles
See patient information leaflet for more information.
Ingredients
The active ingredient is:
1mg Cetirizine dihydrochloride in each 1ml.
Other ingredients are:
Sorbitol (E420), glycerol, propylene glycol, sodium saccharinate, methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216), banana flavouring, sodium acetate, glacial acetic acid and purified water.
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